The shelter will replace the breed labels with information about the dog’s personality and what sort of environment he would flourish is.

“Their personality, their temperament, the life they have led so far before you meet them in the shelter,” said Morefield. “Those life experiences really make up who that dog is, more than who their parents were five years ago or what their color markings make you think they are as a breed. That’s really what makes up the pet you want to take home.”

Andrea Huspeni is the founder and CEO of This Dog's Life. Her mission it to help dogs live a happier, healthier and longer life. When she isn't working, she spends time with her two dogs, Lola and Milo. She resides in Brooklyn, NY.